The Eastern Cape is the ultimate backpacker destination for the adventurous traveller seeking unmatched natural and cultural diversity. Here you'll find unspoiled beaches with legendary waves, majestic mountain hideaways where hobbits lurk, stark Karoo landscapes that hide ancient rock art and the country's friendliest cities. Welcome to Mandela's homeland, it's time to travel!
Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay, or J-Bay as the locals call it, is the centre of the winter suring season in South Africa. Non-surfers can walk the miles of beach, collect shells and enjoy the balmy weather.
Activities and sightseeing in the area
Surfing
Boneyards, Super Tubes and Kitchen Window are waves that are firmly entrenched in surfing lore. Super Tubes is the holy grail for visiting surgers to J-Bay.
Shopping
Big brandname surfshops offer great discounts. So shop till you drop.
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth, or PE, is known as the 'Friendly City'. It's population of over one million people have reason to be happy. They enjoy mild weather and many sunny days throughout the year.
Activities and sightseeing
Water sports
PE has 40km of white sandy beach. The calm waters make PE ideal for year-long watersports. Wind-surfing, diving, angling, surfing and sandboarding are popular pastimes.
Game reserves
You can do a daytrip from PR to Addo Elephant Park and Shamwari Game Reserve where you can spot the Big 5 in their natural surroundings.
